Chicago celebrates Israel at 61

04/30/2009

A crowd gathered in Daley Plaza April 29 to the driving rhythm of Strong Black Coffee, the Ethiopian-Israeli hip-hop group performing in celebration of Yom Ha’atzmaut—Israel’s 61st birthday—and of Israel’s diverse culture. The rally and performance were sponsored by JUF’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) with special thanks to the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest (read more).